Modern history has been indelibly shaped by World War II, and its importance cannot be overstated. Involving the vast majority of the globe’s nations, it was the deadliest conflict in human history, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.
While World War II remains one of the most studied and talked-about historical fields, there’s so much to unpack that it seems like a truly endless subject. We’re here to break down every angle of the conflict.
Want to learn more about the Holocaust? Discover the courageous acts of Jewish resistance fighters, or the best nonfiction books, ranging from eyewitness accounts to sweeping historical studies of the genocide. Curious about the experience of soldiers? Dive into our military history coverage, including everything from the attack on Pearl Harbor and torpedo-fueled conflicts in the Pacific to the bravery of the Purple Heart Battalion, a segregated regiment of Japanese-Americans. Then there’s the question of women’s involvement in the war, from daring female spies to battlefield nurses to those who entered the workforce for the first time and held the economy together on the homefront.
Wherever your WWII interest lies, we have a story for you—and many more to come.
Reimagining real people, places, and historical events.
He was in hiding until 1974.
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion deserves more recognition.
The only thing that could stop RADM Richard O’Kane was his own faulty torpedo.
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They had a secret plan to forge British bank notes.
The author was inspired by his WWII and postwar experiences.
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Authors explore the horrors of war from different perspectives and across generations.
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You may have heard of “Mad Jack” Churchill, but the Germans also had a fearsome kilt-wearing soldier.
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Examine the world's most influential battles from all angles.
The mission was carried out by the Czech resistance.
The regiment gained a reputation for courage in the face of heavy losses.
There were concerns about Nazi art theft.
Brush up on your military history knowledge.
His daring maneuvers worked.
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Season of the Gods is based on a true story.
Individual collectives were able to organize themselves into a serious threat against the Vichy government and German forces.
A fesity waterfowl stood out among all the other Marines.
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Courageous Black pilots led the way for desegregation in the U.S. Armed Forces.
We had the chance to discuss his experience writing about the largest prison escape of WWII.